Genealogy Research & DNA Analysis
Mia’s Family History Blog is split into three categories; Hints and Tips for Family History Research; Mia’s Family; and Mia’s Genealogy Journey. ‘Hints and Tips for Family History Research’ will share research techniques and useful sources that I… Read More
I have spent the past two days at Family Tree Live 2019 held at the beautiful Alexandra Palace meeting up with fellow genealogists, learning about DNA and family history as well as teaching via a talk and two… Read More
(1872-1931) Bertha DIXON was my maternal grandfather’s mother. She was born on 25 December 1872 in Colerne, Wiltshire1. Her parents were Thomas DIXON and Miriam COOK. She married Samuel Herbert BENJAMIN on 7 October 1896 at the Parish… Read More
(1873-1954) Albert Josiah BENNETT was my paternal grandfather’s father. He was born on 26 August 1873 at Slades Green, Crayford, Kent1. His parents were Alfred BENNETT and Naomi TUFFS. He married Florence RICHARDS on 1 July 1899 at… Read More
On a recent visit to Kent History and Library Centre, which is where the Kent Archives are based, I was reminded of the treasures in card catalogues. When planning a visit to an archive, I spend time planning… Read More
My paternal grandfather Percy James Bennett enjoyed writing down his history. I have two versions – a long detailed versions that will gradually get transcribed and reported here – and a shorter version which I have reproduced here…. Read More
My paternal grandfather Percy James BENNETT enjoyed writing down his history. I have two versions – a long detailed versions that will gradually get transcribed and reported here – and a shorter version which I have reproduced here…. Read More
My paternal grandfather Percy James BENNETT enjoyed writing down his history. I have two versions – a long detailed versions that will gradually get transcribed and reported here – and a shorter version which I have reproduced here…. Read More
(1874-1949) Emma Elizabeth GARFOOT was my maternal grandmother’s mother. She was born on 7 August 1874 in Old Ford Road, Bow, Middlesex1. Her parents were John GARFOOT and Ann HARDING. The family moved up to Peterborough during the… Read More
(1914-1993) Joan Ethel Blanche LEGGATT was born on 1 October 1914 in Grove Park, Lee, Kent1. Her parents were James LEGGATT and Ethel Hudson SMITH. She married Percy James BENNETT on 16 September 1939 at St John’s Church,… Read More
